Head of Management AccountsinDorchesterinDorchesterPUBLISHED FRI 14 MAR 2025
We are looking for a qualified accountant with substantial experience in financial management, who possesses the leadership qualities needed to inspire collaboration within a diverse team. You will excel in communicating complex financial information clearly and engagingly, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and involved. This is an exciting opportunity for those who thrive on challenges and are looking to make a real difference in the healthcare sector. Join us in creating a supportive and forward-thinking environment that truly values the contributions of women and caregivers in the workplace.
For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to Nicola Shaw at Morgan Law on 07554 443 877 or send your CV to nicolashaw@morgan-law.com. We can't wait to hear from you!
We are currently looking to recruit an exceptional, professional and highly motivated Head of Management Accounts.
Reporting to the Head of Financial Management, the post holder will proactively lead the monthly production, presentation and reporting of the Trusts financial position to a strict timetable and be responsible for identifying and reporting drivers of the financial position including accurate monthly forecasting.
In your role as Head of Management Accounts you will be responsible for the promotion and installation of proactive management accounting techniques and deliverables of the department.
You will proactively lead the monthly production, presentation and reporting of the Trusts financial position to strict timetable, identifying and reporting drivers of the position including accurate monthly forecasting, including identification of risks, opportunities and mitigations highlighted.
You will also play a key lead role in the development of the Trust's business planning and operational plan for current and future financial strategy. This will involve working closely with other members of the senior finance team to produce a detailed Trust plan with effective supporting information to stand up to external scrutiny and challenge.
This role is a core member of the Senior Management Team and plays an integral part in providing senior leadership within the Trust. The post holder will also deputise for the Head of Financial Management as necessary.
To succeed in the role at DCH, you will:
o Be a qualified Accountant with substantial financial management experience in a medium to large and complex organisation.
o Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and demonstrable experience of leading and engaging with finance and other corporate functions to develop a mature and rounded service.
o Have excellent understanding of management accounting, budget setting, financial reporting, planning and forecasting as well as being adept at managing both your own and your team's priorities.
o Be a strong leader able to communicate well with your peers and team members and have resilience to adapt quickly to changing priorities and demands from internal and external stakeholders and the wider health economy.
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Please be advised we will not be accepting direct applications - For more information on this role please contact our retained consultant Nicola Shaw at Morgan Law on and to apply please send a CV to
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